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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T950 SHCMOT history

T950 SHC is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 20 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 60,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
60,313 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T950 SHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T950 SHC was last recorded at 60,313 miles on 11 May 2026, 280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,033 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
280 miles
Average per year
1,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,313 miles
  • 2025 – 60,033 miles
  • 2024 – 59,789 miles
  • 2023 – 59,398 miles
  • 2022 – 59,037 miles
  • 2021 – 58,270 miles
  • 2020 – 57,485 miles
  • 2019 – 56,292 miles
  • 2018 – 54,625 miles
  • 2017 – 52,186 miles
  • 2016 – 49,447 miles
  • 2015 – 46,675 miles
  • 2014 – 46,214 miles
  • 2013 – 44,850 miles
  • 2012 – 42,730 miles
  • 2011 – 40,440 miles
  • 2010 – 38,897 miles
  • 2009 – 37,313 miles
  • 2008 – 35,609 miles
  • 2007 – 33,801 miles
  • 2006 – 30,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,313 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Both rear outer sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,313 miles (+280)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    60,313 miles
    Test number
    449404737110
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass60,033 miles (+244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    60,033 miles
    Test number
    386956075791
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass59,789 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    59,789 miles
    Test number
    180477022009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail59,768 miles (+370)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,768 miles
    Test number
    890674660570
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,398 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,398 miles
    Test number
    215837195311
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail59,369 miles (+332)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,369 miles
    Test number
    402324367797
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass59,037 miles (+767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    59,037 miles
    Test number
    326394025398
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass58,270 miles (+785)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    58,270 miles
    Test number
    621444384970
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass57,485 miles (+1,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,485 miles
    Test number
    637657410612
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass56,292 miles (+1,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,292 miles
    Test number
    495722001073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass54,625 miles (+2,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,625 miles
    Test number
    552449871281
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished 185/60/14

  12. Pass52,186 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,186 miles
    Test number
    374573758470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,447 miles (+2,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,447 miles
    Test number
    383797781096
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass46,675 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,675 miles
    Test number
    695015745082
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail46,675 miles (+461)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,675 miles
    Test number
    779125145043
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass46,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,214 miles
    Test number
    219352144175
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail46,214 miles (+1,364)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,214 miles
    Test number
    108972044146
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass44,850 miles (+2,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,850 miles
    Test number
    358811143190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass42,730 miles (+2,290)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,730 miles
    Test number
    179885372462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,440 miles (+1,543)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,440 miles
    Test number
    199496971436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,897 miles (+1,584)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,897 miles
    Test number
    920357470069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,313 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,313 miles
    Test number
    923018779002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,609 miles (+1,808)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,609 miles
    Test number
    271117778085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,801 miles (+3,684)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,801 miles
    Test number
    172184877025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,117 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,117 miles
    Test number
    420126276091
    • NoteFront pads are becoming low........

Questions about T950 SHC

Does T950 SHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T950 SHC is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T950 SHC?
The MOT on T950 SHC is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T950 SHC done?
T950 SHC was recorded at 60,313 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 1,499 miles a year.
Has T950 SHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T950 SHC has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T950 SHC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T950 SHC find?
T950 SHC passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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